Karnataka Government Calls for Central Intervention Amidst Rising Drug Price Disparities
Karnataka highlights significant price disparities in expensive medications, urging central government intervention to protect patients. Karnataka Government Calls for Central Intervention Amidst Rising Drug Price Disparities
3 FIRs over bulk Form-7s in Karnataka, CM demands ECI probe
A visibly emotional D.K. Shivakumar announced that he will lead a delegation to the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Karnataka to lodge a complaint, and will not leave the premises till a probe is ordered
SIR: Big conspiracy in Karnataka? D.K. Shivakumar alleges misuse of Form-7
Citing SWR operating festival special trains between Bengaluru and coastal Karnataka skipping Mangaluru, the forum says development shouldnt bypass Mangaluru
Prolonged dry spell, brown disease hit cotton yield in Yadgir district of Karnataka
Farmers looking at massive losses despite covering 108% of target sowing area; yield drops to 2-3 quintals in rainfed areas
Karnataka CM Alleges Voter List Manipulation, Urges Vigilance on Form 7 Applications
Karnatakas CM D.K. Shivakumar warns against alleged manipulation of voter lists through Form 7 applications targeting minorities. Karnataka CM Alleges Voter List Manipulation, Urges Vigilance on Form 7 Applications
NEET PG 2026: New Seat Matrix Released with Over 63,000 Postgraduate Seats
The National Medical Commission has released the NEET PG 2026 seat matrix, revealing a total of 63,177 postgraduate seats across India. This includes 33,088 seats in government institutions, 21,892 in private institutions, and 8,197 in deemed universities. Karnataka leads with the highest number of seats, followed by Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. The matrix also details specialization seats, with MD General Medicine having the most. Admissions will be based solely on the approved seats, ensuring compliance with the NMC's guidelines. For more insights, read the full article.
Karnataka RTC bus fares likely to go up as diesel prices rise: Minister Suresh
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 1 (IANS) Karnataka Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh on Thursday indicated that bus fares of the state-run Road Transport Corporations (RTCs) are likely to be increased, citing a rise in diesel prices since the last fare revision. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Suresh said the government would examine the extent of the proposed fare hike based on the increase in diesel prices and take a decision after obtaining the Cabinet's approval. We had increased the bus ticket fare in December 2025. Since then, the price of diesel per litre has increased by Rs 15 to Rs 16. We will discuss the proportion of the price hike, make a submission to the government and, after obtaining consent in the Cabinet meeting, the RTC bus fare hike will be implemented, he said. Suresh said the government had asked all four state-run RTCs to submit reports on the proposed fare revision. The reports are expected to be submitted on Thursday or Friday. We had sought reports from the four RTCs on the bus fare hike. They will submit the reports today or tomorrow. We will examine how much the fares should be increased and whether the hike should vary across different regions, he said. The Minister questioned how the RTCs could be managed without increasing fares when fuel prices had risen repeatedly. If diesel prices have been increased five times by the Centre and the Opposition says bus fares should not be increased, how should we run the RTCs? Suresh asked. He said the government would take into account the increase in operating costs and the recommendations of the four RTCs before deciding on the quantum of the fare hike. The final decision on increasing bus fares will be taken after the proposal is submitted to the government and approved by the Cabinet, the Minister said. Karnataka's four state-run road transport corporations operate a total of 26,054 buses across the state. The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) runs 7,067 buses including electric buses. While national average stands at 1.2 buses per 1,000 people, Karnataka provides 3.81 buses per 1,000 people, according to Transport ministry. The Karnataka Shakti Scheme provides free bus travel for women, girls aged 6 and above, and transgender persons on non-luxury, state-run transport buses across Karnataka. It can be noted that Karnatakas four state-run road transport corporations are collectively awaiting Rs 5,650.95 crore in pending reimbursement dues from the state government under the Shakti scheme.
Fatal Collision In Karnatakas Chitradurga Claims Two Lives
A tragic accident in Chitradurga, Karnataka, involving a government bus and a lorry results in two fatalities and six injuries. Fatal Collision In Karnatakas Chitradurga Claims Two Lives
Soujanya case: K'taka SIT to begin fresh probe in Mangaluru from today
Digital Desk | Mangaluru, Oct 1 (IANS) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted by the Karnataka government to reinvestigate the alleged 2012 Dharmasthala gang rape and murder of Soujanya will officially launch its probe on Thursday, with SIT members, Intelligence SP Nisha James and CID SP Lokesh Jagalsar, reaching Mangaluru and scheduled to meet Police Commissioner C.H. Sudheer Kumar Reddy to discuss the course of action. The fresh investigation comes in compliance with the Supreme Court's directions to the Karnataka government to constitute an SIT and reinvestigate the case. The team has been given three months to complete the probe and submit its report to the competent court. The two officers arrived in Mangaluru in the morning and are scheduled to meet Sudheer Kumar Reddy, who is also a member of the SIT. The officers are expected to discuss the investigation strategy and the next steps in the case. The SIT will have a separate office to facilitate the investigation. It can be noted that the Karnataka government constituted the five-member SIT on September 24, following the Supreme Court's directions. The team is headed by IGP N. Shashikumar and includes Mangaluru City Police Commissioner C.H. Sudheer Kumar Reddy, Intelligence SP Nisha James, CID SP Lokesh Jagalsar and Bengaluru Rural ASP Venkatesh Prasanna. Meanwhile, ASP Venkatesh Prasanna has written to the state government seeking to be relieved from the SIT after some social activists and members of Soujanya's family reportedly raised objections to his inclusion in the team. State Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday said the government was committed to ensuring justice in the case and would consider concerns raised by the family and the public regarding the appointment of officers. The SIT was formed with the best intentions. We do not have any bad intentions or any intention to cause damage to anyone, Kharge said, adding that the government's objective was to establish the truth and ensure justice. He said the government would not adopt a rigid stand on the issue and would act in accordance with the Supreme Court's directions. The case has remained controversial following investigations by the state Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The main accused named by the CBI was acquitted by the court, leading to renewed questions and demands for a fresh investigation. The SIT is now tasked with examining the case afresh and submitting its report within the three-month deadline set by the Supreme Court.
CM Shivakumar appeals to party leaders to report bulk Form 7 applications
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 1 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday appealed to Congress booth-level agents (BLAs), party leaders and workers to provide details of alleged bulk submissions of Form 7 applications seeking deletion of names from electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. In two videos shared on social media, Shivakumar urged BLAs, BLA-1s, BLA-2s and other party leaders to coordinate with booth-level officers (BLOs) and verify whether objections had been filed against voters in their respective Assembly constituencies and polling booths. Shivakumar alleged that some BJP leaders were submitting Form 7 applications in bulk to get voters' names deleted from the electoral rolls, particularly targeting minorities, Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These allegations have not been independently established. He said he had received reports of such instances from Belagavi, Bhalki, Mudigere, Mysuru and several other parts of Karnataka, including constituencies represented by Congress MLAs. Referring to the alleged misuse of Form 7 in the Aland constituency, he claimed that attempts were being made to challenge Congress electorally through such means. The Chief Minister asked party leaders to collect authenticated information on the number of applications submitted and the constituencies and polling booths affected. He requested them to send the details to his office and email address before noon. CM Shivakumar said he had already sought information from the police, Deputy Commissioners and the Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka regarding the applications and alleged irregularities. He said he would take stringent action on the matter to ensure that eligible voters were not deprived of their voting rights. Emphasising that the right to vote must be protected irrespective of political affiliation, religion or social background, Shivakumar said every genuine voter's name should remain on the electoral roll. Form 7 is used to submit claims or objections seeking the deletion of a name from the electoral roll. Such applications are subject to verification under election rules. The controversy in Karnataka centres on allegations that bulk submissions could be used to seek the deletion of eligible voters' names.
MRPL explosion: One dead, eight injured; minister says senior officer appointed to probe cause
A serious explosion occurred at Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited, causing one fatality and injuring eight individuals. Karnataka Minister UT Khader visited the site to assess the situation and announced an investigation. The incident, which took place in the hydro sulphur treatment unit, left one worker dead and others receiving treatment. Emergency teams successfully controlled the fire following the explosion with no further casualties reported.
Assam CM extends birthday wishes to Ram Nath Kovind, recalls his keen interest in Lachit Barphukan
Assam CM extends birthday wishes to Ram Nath Kovind, recalls his keen interest in Lachit Barphukans legacy Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday extended birthday greetings to former President Ram Nath Kovind, describing him as a beacon of courage and dedication who defied the odds to rise to the countrys highest constitutional [] The post Assam CM extends birthday wishes to Ram Nath Kovind, recalls his keen interest in Lachit Barphukans legacy appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
OMCs hike commercial LPG and aviation fuel prices from October 1
OMCs hike commercial LPG and aviation fuel prices from October 1 New Delhi: State-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) have increased commercial LPG rates by Rs 62.50 per 19-kg cylinder effective from Thursday in line with firming international benchmark prices. Apart from that, aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices were also increased by Rs 16 per litre. [] The post OMCs hike commercial LPG and aviation fuel prices from October 1 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Karnataka bus corps in cash crunch: Rs 8,095cr liabilities, Rs 5,648cr Shakti dues
Dry weather to persist in Delhi with cooler nights ahead; AQI remains moderate
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The weather in the national capital has turned quite dry, with bright sunshine keeping daytime temperatures warm. However, a slight drop in night temperatures is likely. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted clear skies throughout the coming week, with no possibility of rain in Delhi. Bright sunshine was observed across most parts of Delhi from Wednesday morning. However, with northwesterly winds prevailing over the region, the weather has become increasingly dry. The maximum temperature at Delhi's standard observatory at Safdarjung was recorded at 34.2 degrees Celsius, which was 0.5 degrees below normal. The minimum temperature was recorded at 22.4 degrees Celsius. The IMD has said that the southwest monsoon season had ended with a 13 per cent rainfall deficit. However, monsoon rains continue to withdraw from different parts of the country. As the monsoon retreats, parts of southern and northeastern India are expected to receive rainfall on Thursday, according to the IMD. Heavy rainfall is very likely at isolated places over Kerala, South Interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal. In IMD's terminology, 'isolated' refers to rainfall occurring over a small proportion of locations, generally up to 25 per cent of weather stations in a region. Meanwhile, Kerala, coastal Karnataka and the southern parts of Karnataka are expected to receive rainfall at several places on Thursday. Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Lakshadweep are likely to receive rain at a few places. Karnataka has already experienced a wet spell during the 24 hours ending at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Kibbanahalli in Tumakuru district recorded 10 cm of rainfall, the highest recorded by the IMD during the period. Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph are very likely at isolated places over Kerala and Mahe, Rayalaseema, and Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal. Winds of 30-40 kmph are expected over Andhra Pradesh, Interior Karnataka and Odisha, while strong surface winds may also prevail over parts of Andhra Pradesh. In the Northeast, thunderstorms and lightning are likely over Assam and Meghalaya, as well as Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura. Similar conditions are also expected over East Madhya Pradesh. Scattered rainfall is likely over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura. The southwest monsoon normally begins withdrawing from northwest India in mid-September and completely retreats from the country by mid-October. This year, the withdrawal line currently passes through Gurdaspur (Punjab), Chandigarh, Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh), Aligarh (UP), Dholpur, Udaipur and Deesa (Rajasthan) before extending to Naliya in Gujarat. The IMD said conditions are likely to become favourable over the next two to three days for the withdrawal of the monsoon from the remaining parts of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Similar conditions are expected to develop over most parts of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, as well as the entirety of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Some parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra may also witness further withdrawal. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate category, with several monitoring stations recording elevated pollution levels. The AQI readings included Mandir Marg (150), Aya Nagar (135), CRRI Mathura Road (198), Pusa (22), Sirifort (171), IGI Airport T3 (155), Commonwealth Sports Complex (179), IIT Delhi (249), Anand Vihar (98), Najafgarh (144), Jahangirpuri (207), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (173), Sonia Vihar (151), Cantonment Area (106) and Narela (189).
Elon Musk to co-lead Pentagon study on future of warfare
Elon Musk to co-lead Pentagon study on future of warfare Washington: Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich will co-direct a Pentagon study on future warfare, with a public report due within 120 days, the US Department of War has announced. Secretary Pete Hegseth commissioned Project Meridian to identify the capabilities the [] The post Elon Musk to co-lead Pentagon study on future of warfare appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Karnataka LoP R Ashoka slams Congress over inadequate drought relief
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TN: Heavy rain forecast in Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Erode today
Digital Desk | Chennai, Oct 1 (IANS) Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds is likely in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode districts on Thursday, the Meteorological Department said, as a trough extending across Tamil Nadu is expected to bring rainfall to several parts of the state. The trough runs from south interior of Karnataka to the Gulf of Mannar through Tamil Nadu. Under its influence, the three western districts could receive heavy showers, while several other districts are likely to experience moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning. The forecast places Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode among the areas expected to receive the heaviest rainfall. Strong winds could accompany the showers in these districts, according to the department. Moderate rain with thunderstorms is likely in Tiruchirappalli, Namakkal, Theni, Tenkasi, Tirupattur, Dindigul, Madurai and Virudhunagar. Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari districts could also receive moderate showers accompanied by thunder and lightning. The forecast indicates that rainfall will extend beyond the western districts, covering parts of central and southern Tamil Nadu. However, the intensity is expected to vary, with heavy rain predicted for the three western districts and moderate showers for the other districts mentioned by the department. Elsewhere in Tamil Nadu, light to moderate rain is likely at a few places. Similar conditions are expected in Puducherry and Karaikal, where the department has forecast light to moderate showers. For Chennai, the forecast points to a chance of light rain during the evening or night. The city is therefore expected to see milder rainfall than the heavy showers predicted in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode. The departments outlook for the capital is limited to the possibility of light showers later in the day. It has not indicated heavy rainfall for Chennai in the forecast provided. Thursdays weather outlook highlights differing conditions across the region, ranging from heavy rain with strong winds in western Tamil Nadu to thunderstorms in several inland and southern districts and lighter showers elsewhere. The trough passing through the state is the weather feature associated with the expected rainfall. The department has linked the likelihood of heavy rain in Nilgiris, Coimbatore and Erode to its influence. While rain is possible across several districts, the forecast does not suggest uniform rainfall throughout Tamil Nadu. It identifies particular districts for heavier or thunderstorm activity and predicts scattered light to moderate showers in the remaining areas.
G20 trade talks open in Milwaukee; Piyush Goyal represents India
G20 trade talks open in Milwaukee; Piyush Goyal represents India Milwaukee: Trade ministers from the worlds major economies began two days of talks in Milwaukee, with India represented by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, as the United States pushed for coordinated action against global steel overcapacity and changes to some rules governing international [] The post G20 trade talks open in Milwaukee; Piyush Goyal represents India appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Basavaraj Bommai urges Karnataka to implement internal reservation without delay
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EAM Jaishankar extends greetings to China on Founding Day anniversary
EAM Jaishankar extends greetings to China on Founding Day anniversary New Delhi: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Thursday extended greetings to his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, on the founding anniversary of the Peoples Republic of China, also celebrated as the countrys National Day. Taking to X, EAM Jaishankar said, Extend my felicitations to [] The post EAM Jaishankar extends greetings to China on Founding Day anniversary appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Building community in Bengaluru, one ghost at a time
An interview with Tarun Sridharan, the founder of the Ghost Story Collective, a community-driven storytelling organisation focused on raw, unscripted paranormal events
BLOs allege they were pressured to sign, and say that two men, claiming to be from the Belagavi City Corporation, brought a bulk of Form-7 applications seeking deletion of only Muslim names.
Companies upset as states delay labour codes adoption
Major industrial states including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Telangana, Haryana and Punjab are taking longer than expected to notify the final rules, leaving employers in a flux over several divergent provisions. HR departments say they now have to navigate Centre-state rules that don't align, creating inconsistencies in compliance requirements.
Fines for one-way violation, illegal parking may touch up to Rs 5k for repeat offenders
BCom student stabbed to death outside Bluru college
One worker dead, 12 injured in MRPL blast
Wipro gives benchwarmers a 6-month paid breather
Kidulting: Why adults are buying toys and childhood favourites
Army, Navy bands to add colour to Dasara procession
Harangi dam storage dips to 5.4tmcft
Dasara Kavi Goshti to celebrate poetry across generations
BTR to host Wildlife Week 2026 from tomorrow
Karnataka to Implement Points-Based License System to Curb Traffic Violations
Karnataka plans to introduce a points-based driving license system to enhance road safety and reduce traffic violations. Karnataka to Implement Points-Based License System to Curb Traffic Violations
Chamarajanagar University to be named after Ambedkar: CM
DG&IGP reviews Mysuru police preparedness for Dasara
City witnessesdriestmonsoon in decades
State records lowest southwest monsoon rain 55 years
BEML Mysuru unveils 60-tonne Electric Dump Truck for mining operations
Shanuvalli village celebrates Snehas Asian Games medal feat
15-yr-old creates record with unusual elbow movement
Mangaluru railway control shifts to Mysuru today
State proposes 40 times more penalty on illegal fishing in its maritime boundaries
Bengaluru sees flooded roads, fallen trees & traffic snarls
Karnataka government first scheme: Up to Rs 25 lakh for startup pilots
Karnatakas Government First initiative will give 100 startups up to Rs 25 lakh each to pilot and validate solutions with government departments.
Drop Urdu fest at Vidhana Soudha, BJP tells Shivakumar
Mangaluru-Goa Vande Bharat to be extended till Bluru soon
Strengthening peripheral healthcare is key to reducing overcrowding: Nimhans director
ED probe: IAS officer facilitated leak of vets recruitment question paper
Congress asks Kumaraswamy to explain Rs 1Kcr rise in brothers assets
Higher education council summons pvt varsity officials for records, accounts
A year on, Bengaluru-Mumbai superfast train promise remains on paper
Man jumps from hospital window, rescued
Bengaluru shocker: 19-year-old BCom student called out of class, stabbed to death
Higher Education Department directs private universities to submit audit reports, other details
Siddaramaiah alone accounted 52.33 pc of total state borrowing by successive CMs: Karnataka BJP
Siddaramaiah alone accounted 52.33 pc of total state borrowing by successive CMs: Karnataka BJP Bengaluru: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Karnatakas Opposition Leader R. Ashoka on Wednesday alleged that the Congress government has pushed the states finances into a crisis, claiming that former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah alone accounted for Rs 4,36,803 crore of [] The post Siddaramaiah alone accounted 52.33 pc of total state borrowing by successive CMs: Karnataka BJP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
IAT recommends pension or life insurance cover for farmers to insulate from distress
Institution of Agricultural Technologists has suggested that the government should establish a dedicated Karnataka Drought Resilience Mission
Vande Mataram rendition sparks BJP-opposition row in Belagavi civic body
Belagavi is integral part of Ktaka: BCC
Not verified for Karnatakas Gruha Jyothi yet? You may get 15 more days
Mixed views at steel plant expansion hearing
Some flag pollution, health concerns; others back project citing jobs
Farmers protest diversion of Tungabhadra canal water to factories
Tail-end fields remain dry 50 days after releases began; protesters demand seizure of pumpsets, action against officials
Ravikumar slams govt over drought relief, calls 2,500 aid alms
3 injured as ceiling collapses during film screening at hall in Bengaluru
Missing AEE spotted at Bhopal station on CCTV
Use available land to make Bengalurus Dommasandra-Varthur road motorable: Minister
State to become first customer for 100 start-ups under Government First initiative
The programme will be implemented through the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS) and it will offer start-ups early market opportunities
Rain paralyses traffic across Bengaluru; GBA readies response teams
Traffic on the Outer Ring Road, especially near Marathahalli Junction, crawled as multiple waterlogging points slowed the movement of vehicles.
Jog Falls to become year-round tourism destination: K.J. George
Bescom awarded ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for information security
Karnataka PGCET students urge KEA to release choice-entry results
Karnataka government announces new Textile and Apparel Policy
The policy aims to secure 20,000 crore in domestic and foreign direct investment across Karnatakas textile value chain over the next five years, and create 5 lakh new jobs in the sector
Karnataka government announces new Textile and Apparel Policy
The policy aims to secure 20,000 crore in domestic and foreign direct investment across Karnatakas textile value chain over the next five years, and create 5 lakh new jobs in the sector
Karnataka transport dept weighs fare revision amid losses
Bengaluru: Karnataka is likely to revise fares of state-run buses soon, with Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh saying a committee headed by retired IAS officer Atul Tiwari will submit its report to the government shortly. The Cabinet will consider the proposed revision before a final decision is taken with the approval of Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Man caught at Bengaluru airport with 9 gold bars
Govt making hollow promises amid fiscal crisis: MLA Kamath
Mangalore University to issue semester-wise physical marks card
Cong. leaders take on Yediyurappa and sons, criticise EC for deleting names
SC/ST employees threaten stir over delay in filling backlog vacancies
No action against multiplexes for challenging cess, Karnataka govt tells HC
Major blast, fire at Mangaluru Refinery and Petrochemicals unit leaves 1 dead, 9 injured (Lead)
Digital Desk | Mangaluru, Sep 30 (IANS) A major blast, followed by a fire, was reported at Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL) in Karnatakas Mangaluru on Wednesday, leaving one person dead and nine others injured. The blaze has now been brought under control. Mangaluru Deputy Commissioner Darshan H.V. told the media that one person was killed and nine labourers were injured in the incident. The deceased has been identified as Manish, 30. According to police, Manish, a resident of Haleyangadi on the outskirts of Mangaluru, was working as an electrician at the MRPL plant. Present at the site along with injured worker Rajesh Baptist, Manish suffered fatal burn injuries in the explosion, and fire personnel launched an operation to recover his body. The injured have been identified as Baptist from Surathkal, Prasad, Indrajit, Raman, Jarome, Jayaram, Avinash, Akshay, and another person. Baptist suffered 30 per cent burn injuries and is being treated in the ICU of Srinivasa Hospital. The others have been admitted to AG and MRPL hospitals. Preliminary investigations revealed that a major explosion occurred at MRPLs hydro-treating unit at around 12.15 p.m. on Wednesday while testing was being carried out. A major tragedy was averted as workers had left the unit following a shift change at 11.30 a.m. The incident could have resulted in heavy casualties had the workers been inside the unit at the time of the explosion. Health Minister U.T. Khader, who is the Mangaluru District In-Charge Minister, said: The explosion occurred during testing at MRPL. Those injured in the incident have been admitted to a private hospital. The situation is now under control. The powerful explosion caused houses in some areas around Panambur, Kavoor, Surathkal, and Jokatte to shake. The intensity of the blast was also captured on CCTV cameras. The loud explosion also left residents in the surrounding areas shaken. In Jokatte, which is adjacent to the MRPL premises, doors and windows of the Gram Panchayat office and nearby houses reportedly rattled, while glass panes were broken at some places. Thick smoke engulfed the surrounding areas following the explosion. The incident also caused damage to an Anganwadi centre located next to MRPL. The centres window glass and wall were damaged. As a precautionary measure, the children were immediately evacuated. The explosion was so powerful that a church located about 2 km from MRPL was also damaged. The roof tiles and the churchs windows and doors were shattered. Mangaluru International Airport authorities said that the impact of the explosion was felt at the airport, as in other areas surrounding MRPL. However, there was no damage to its infrastructure, and no glass panes were broken. Following the blast, a fire broke out in the boiler section of the unit, with thick smoke engulfing the area. After receiving information about the incident, personnel from MRPLs fire and emergency services, along with fire tenders from the city, rushed to the spot and continued efforts to bring the fire under control. The exact cause of the blast and the extent of the damage are yet to be ascertained. Local leader and activist Muneer Katipalla said the incident was expected. We agitated when the unit was established and started functioning about 10 years ago and claimed that it was dangerous. However, legislators, political parties and prominent leaders supported the company, and voices of protest were suppressed. The district administration also colluded with MRPL, he alleged. The government should shut down the MRPL factory or shift the houses located in the surrounding areas. On the one hand, people are suffering from dreaded diseases such as cancer, and on the other, they are exposed to danger. There were small incidents of explosions reported from MRPL, and they were hushed up. Today, such an incident has taken place involving a major explosion, he claimed. The buildings surrounding the plant have been damaged. The walls of the school and Anjuman buildings have been damaged. The windows and doors of houses have also been damaged. There is no information forthcoming from MRPL, and we have information regarding a major explosion. Nothing should be hidden from the public, and correct information must be provided regarding the incident, Katipalla added.
3 LPG cylinders explode near school in Bengaluru; no casualties
CM assures comprehensive development of Chamarajanagar district
Entry of Hindu Jagarana Vedike leader barred in Kalaburagi
Bengaluru police bust series of domestic gas cylinder thefts; recover 65 cylinders
Comprehensive probe sought into MRPL blast
Government healthcare providers have slight edge in patient history access: DPI report
